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pulmonary fibrosis

Term ID
DOID:3770
Synonyms
  • Fibrosis of lung
Definition
An interstitial lung disease that is characterized by destruction, scarring, and thickening of the interstitial lung tissues and progressive pulmonary function loss in a restrictive pattern, has_symptom progressive shortness of breath, fatigue, and chronic cough, possibly has_material_basis_in exposure to certain chemicals, autoimmune conditions, and radiation. It can be caused by inhaling hazardous chemicals, certain diseases, medication and genetics or unknown causes. (2)
References
  • MESH:D011658
  • NCI:C26869
  • SNOMEDCT_US_2023_03_01:155613001
  • UMLS_CUI:C0034069
Ontology
Human Disease   ( DOID:3770 )
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